Are you ready to elevate your career with one of the UK's most exciting football clubs? Pertemps Recruitment is proud to exclusively represent Birmingham City Football Club in their search for a passionate and experienced Health & Safety Manager. If you have a background in managing large-scale events and ensuring the safety of large crowds, this is the opportunity you've been waiting for.
Birmingham City FC is more than just a football club-it's a thriving community with a storied history and an exciting future. Working here means being part of a vibrant, fast-paced environment where your expertise will truly make a difference.
Offering a competitive salary of up to £45,000 plus benefits (DOE), this newly created role gives you the chance to take full ownership of health and safety across all three of the club's sites. You'll play a key role in building strong foundations with the wider safety teams and ensuring the safety of thousands of fans, staff, and visitors during high-profile events.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain robust health and safety policies, processes, and systems to support all departments.
- Act as the primary point of contact for health and safety queries from employees, visitors, and contractors.
- Compile, review, and manage all health and safety documentation, including risk assessments, safe systems of work, and COSHH.
- Stay up to date with HSE legislation and industry trends to ensure the club remains compliant and at the forefront of best practices.
- Analyse H&S data to generate reports and implement strategies to create a safer environment for all.
- Record and investigate incidents and accidents, using the findings to reduce future risks.
- Collaborate with HR to deliver and maintain comprehensive H&S training programs for all staff and volunteers.
- Lead health and safety audits, including those for the boys' and girls' academies, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement.
- Conduct regular site inspections to ensure that policies and procedures are being correctly implemented.
- Oversee the implementation of the Club's Health and Safety Policies during large-scale events, focusing on crowd safety and incident prevention.
- Communicate positive H&S performance to internal and external stakeholders, ensuring transparency and engagement.
- Bring innovative ideas to the table while maintaining exceptional health and safety standards.
- Support HR with occupational health issues and risk assessments, including those related to pregnancy.
- Promote equality and diversity within the workplace, helping to create an inclusive culture for all.
Qualifications and Experience:
- NEBOSH or equivalent H&S qualification.
- IOSH Managing Safely certification.
- Proven experience in managing health and safety for large, multi-site operations.
- Extensive experience in crowd safety management and overseeing large-scale events.
- Strong understanding of data protection legislation and relevant H&S systems.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Proficiency in basic IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
What's in it for You?
- Dynamic Work Environment: Immerse yourself in the thrilling world of professional football, where no two days are the same.
- Career Development: We are committed to the growth and development of our team members, offering opportunities to advance your career.
- Community and Culture: Join a team that values diversity, teamwork, and a shared passion for the beautiful game.
- Exclusive Perks: Enjoy behind-the-scenes access to matches, events, and exclusive club merchandise.
- Flexible Working: Work 5 out of 7 days, including matchdays, with flexibility to suit your needs.
Please note that successful candidates will be required to undergo a DBS check.
Ready to make an impact in a high-energy, dynamic environment? Apply now to join Birmingham City Football Club as their new Health & Safety Manager!
Pertemps is exclusively handling this vacancy on behalf of Birmingham City Football Club. All applications will be reviewed by Pertemps, and direct applications to the club will not be accepted at this time.